IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong

Race the World’s Best IRONMAN 70.3 in Geelong on 23 February 2020!

Baker Institute IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong has long been the best kept secret on the IRONMAN circuit, with everything an athlete needs for a perfect race. Stunning venue, world class course, vibrant community and loads of local support …

But now the secret is out. Baker Institute IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong has been voted NUMBER 1 for Overall Athlete Satisfaction by thousands of athletes around the globe.

As one of the first races of the year, Geelong is the ideal place to kick-start your year. Swim in the pristine waters of Corio Bay, ride a truly unique bike course and finish it all off with a spectacular waterfront run.

Situated less than an hour from one of the world’s best cities - Melbourne, Australia, Geelong itself has plenty of great accommodation options, is easy to get around, and is renowned for its cafes, restaurants and bars. It is also the gateway to the world famous Great Ocean Road.

Come and experience the race everyone is talking about for yourself. Register Now!

About Geelong

Imagine a waterfront city that can provide you with all you need for that perfect event, possessing both the sophistication of a capital city and warmth of regional hospitality. Less than an hour’s drive from Melbourne’s CBD and Tullamarine Airport along the Princess Freeway, Geelong is beautifully placed with waterfront views of Corio Bay, immediate access to the world famous Great Ocean Road and charming wine growing region of the Bellarine. The city’s multi-million dollar drawcard, Waterfront Geelong, features many cafes and restaurants, fully restored art deco seawater baths, a yacht club marina and a scenic bay side promenade. More about Geelong.

IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship Qualifying Race

In 2020 there will be qualifying slots to the 2020 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship to be held in Taupo, New Zealand.

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Latest Media Releases

Spanish superstar Javier Gomez and aussie based Czech super mum Radka Kahlefeldt have kick started 2019 with dominant performances at the Baker Institute IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong. For the second year running perfect race conditions of flat water and no wind greeted the 1300 pro and age group athletes that gathered at Eastern Beach for the early season test. Read More >

IRONMAN and HOKA ONE ONE have officially announced that their partnership will now extend from North America and Europe into Australia and New Zealand. These two global brands will now collaborate in Oceania with a multi-year deal that will position HOKA ONE ONE, as the Official Running Partner of IRONMAN Oceania. Read More >

The last few years has been a long and tough journey for heart attack survivor David Cunningham but on 17 February the former Geelong resident returns to his old hometown to celebrate life the best way he knows how, having a swim, ride and run at the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong. Read More >

No one knows more about winning at Geelong’s Eastern Beach than defending IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong champion Sam Appleton and the boy from the Blue Mountains is heading back to Corio Bay see if he can make it three in a row. Read More >

The focus of the sporting world will be on the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong on 17 February when five time ITU World Triathlon Champion and Olympic silver medallist, Spain’s Javier Gomez makes his Geelong debut. Read More >

Balancing baby, home and career commitments is hard enough for any new mum but when you are an elite athlete with intensive training schedule and who clocks up more frequent flyer points than you care to think about, life throws in a few additional challenges. Read More >

Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 11, Liam has always managed to be active and his passion as a youngster was get out on his road bike with his mum to keep fit, a skill that came in handy later in life when he eventually discovered the world of triathlon. Read More >

With a degree in Science from Melbourne University, a Masters in Nursing Science and working as Cardiac Nurse, Eloise Thompson has always had a keen interest in what makes the human body tick. Read More >

As part of a unique two year sponsorship agreement aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles, the Melbourne based Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, a global leader in the impact of exercise on metabolic health... Read More >